Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
capensis
ID:
165132

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.18: 46 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164461



Common Names

  • Capensis
  • Lonchocarpus
  • Lancewood


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Description

Lonchocarpus capensis (also called Cape Lonchocarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in dry and rocky soils, in areas with little vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Lonchocarpus capensis is used as a source of timber and firewood. It is also used to make furniture, tools, and other items. The bark is used to make rope and the leaves are used for animal fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonchocarpus capensis has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonchocarpus capensis is an annual or perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Lonchocarpus capensis

Lonchocarpus capensis is native to southern Africa. It is found in dry woodland, savanna, and grassland habitats.

Lonchocarpus capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonchocarpus capensis?

Lonchocarpus capensis

What is the common name of Lonchocarpus capensis?

Cape Tree

Where is Lonchocarpus capensis native to?

Central America

Species in the Lonchocarpus genus

Lonchocarpus capensis, Lonchocarpus castilloi, Lonchocarpus chiricanus, Lonchocarpus comitensis, Lonchocarpus constrictus, Lonchocarpus costaricensis, Lonchocarpus cruentus, Lonchocarpus emarginatus, Lonchocarpus eriocarinalis, Lonchocarpus fuscopurpureus, Lonchocarpus galeottianus, Lonchocarpus glaucifolius, Lonchocarpus hidalgensis, Lonchocarpus hintonii, Lonchocarpus jaliscensis, Lonchocarpus kreberi, Lonchocarpus larensis, Lonchocarpus lasiotropis, Lonchocarpus lilloi, Lonchocarpus lineatus, Lonchocarpus longipes, Lonchocarpus longistylus, Lonchocarpus luteomaculatus, Lonchocarpus malacotrichus, Lonchocarpus michelianus, Lonchocarpus minimiflorus, Lonchocarpus molinae, Lonchocarpus monofoliaris, Lonchocarpus monophyllus, Lonchocarpus neurophyllus, Lonchocarpus oaxacensis, Lonchocarpus oliganthus, Lonchocarpus patens, Lonchocarpus pluvialis, Lonchocarpus pycnophyllus, Lonchocarpus retiferus, Lonchocarpus robustus, Lonchocarpus salvadorensis, Lonchocarpus sanctuarii, Lonchocarpus santarosanus, Lonchocarpus sinaloensis, Lonchocarpus spectabilis, Lonchocarpus trifolius, Lonchocarpus yoroensis, Lonchocarpus yucatanensis, Lonchocarpus phlebophyllus, Lonchocarpus ellipticus, Lonchocarpus obovatus, Lonchocarpus schiedeanus, Lonchocarpus lindsayi,

Species in the Fabaceae family